This film serves as a sincere narrative from a different time, earning a rightful 8.5/10 rating. Heartbreaker hits on racial themes, a rare endeavor back in the 1980s. Dawn Dunlop, though not a prolific actress (she should have done more), shines brightly and portrays her character genuinely. Fernando is a classic actor and really embraced his role, standing out even when some cast members were not living up to the potential. The story might seem straightforward (read "simple") to modern audiences, yet it reflects the era it stems from well. Judging it within its historical context, it is significantly better than when compared to a modern take. I have to admit that I'm a nerd and watched it because it is a 35mm film scan, not because I thought it would be a great film.
Review of Heartbreaker
